How to Use iMessage on a Mac

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iMessage provides an easy way to message between Apple devices. Not only can you use iMessage on your iPhone or iPad, you can access it from your Mac, too.

Reply to incoming messages. If you receive a message or want to respond on an existing thread, just pick the right conversation from the left-hand side of the window. Type your message where it says Text Message and press ↵ Enter when you're done. Providing you're connected to the Internet, your message will be sent right away.

Search your conversation list. If you know you have an existing conversation with someone but can't find it, try searching for their name or number. Just enter those details in the Search field, and as you type, the list should be filtered according to those results.

If you want to clear a search and see your whole list again, click the X in the search field.

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